Welder/Manufacturer

Job Details

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Clearwater, FL

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2024-00184

Department: Solid Waste & Recycling

Opening Date: 05/03/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position Description

ENTRY SALARY: $44,122.88
POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under general direction, the Welder/Manufacturer performs fabrication and welding activities in the repair, maintenance, and creation of solid waste and recycling containers owned by the City. Uses considerable welding skills and cutting machines.
Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Applies extensive welding techniques to fabricate, repair, and maintain a wide range of equipment and tools used in the manufacturing and maintenance work for the Solid Waste department; uses various metal working equipment, measuring tools, and design techniques to accomplish goals.
  
• Uses and applies multiple styles of welding including arc, mig, tig, and oxy/acetelyn torch welding; operates cutters, torches, and other equipment common to welding.
  
• Performs welding on ferrous and non-ferrous materials in various states of repair and condition.

• Performs preventative maintenance and scheduled care on light, heavy, or specialized equipment; keeps accurate performance and maintenance records for identified equipment and tools.
  
• Welds and repairs City owned dumpsters, roll-offs, and compactors; assists in the installation of trash compactors and prepares new containers for service.
  
• Creates, fabricates, welds, and performs cutting and fitting work in the care and maintenance of dumpsters and other solid waste containers; determines appropriate welding equipment and methods, and identifies needed components and specifications; performs mig welding on steel and aluminum dumpsters.
  
• Operates forklift and other equipment for moving dumpsters; applies all safety regulations and compliance standards.
  
• Tests and inspects welded surfaces and structures to identify flaws or weaknesses; applies various forms of welding and knowledge to fabricate, refurbish, and repair.

• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and standards; monitors work to ensure all protocols and policies are being followed.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses, Certifications, and Equipment:

• A valid State driver's license is required.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Forklift Certification within one (1) year of hire.

This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:

Metal cutter, welding equipment, wide variety of metal shops tools, and other equipment as assigned.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency or G.E.D. Certificate AND two (2) years of experience as a Welder/Manufacturer; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of -

• Art of welding steel, aluminum, and brass metals
  
• Mathematics and computations
  
• Fabricating, designing, refurbishing, and maintaining equipment

• Various trades and industries; welding and fabricating
  
• Safety and hazard precautions
  
• Power tools, hydraulics, and heavy equipment
  
• Department policies and protocols
  
• Equipment maintenance practices and methods

Skill in -

• Fabricating, welding, inspecting, and maintaining equipment, vehicles, and tools
  
• Performing various forms of welding and fabrication
  
• Reading blueprints and interpreting manuals

• Performing heavy mechanical diagnostics and troubleshooting
  
• Training and teaching others welding and fabricating techniques
  
• Engaging and responding to customers and the public
  
• Understanding and complying with oral and written instructions
  
• Using tact and independent judgement within established guidelines

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives 100% employee health care coverage Option for dependent health care Life Insurance Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans Competitive Salaries Tuition assistance Training and development opportunities Travel compensation Military leave Bereavement leave Discount coupons Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Competitive hourly rates Flexible schedules Training and development opportunities Discount coupons Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

02

What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

03

How many years of experience do you have as a Welder/Manufacturer?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years' experience
• 2-3 years' experience
• 3-4 years' experience
• 4-5 years' experience
• 5 or more years' experience

Required Question

 City of Clearwater, FL

 06/01/2024

 Clearwater,FL